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Arumvale Country Retreat

3-star Hotel with Outdoor pool

3 stars
7 Bethel Road And Corner of Hermitage South Road, Hermitage Valley, 6740 Swellendam, Western Cape
+27 832 606 241
8,7
Very good
based on 922 reviews
922 verified ratings
Mon 23/3
-
Tue 24/3
1 room, 2 guests
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About
Rooms
Amenities
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About Arumvale Country Retreat, Swellendam

Cleanliness
8,8
Comfort
8,8
Location
9,3
Services
8,7
Staff
9,3
Value for money
9,2
Arumvale Country Retreat is a self-catering country house situated in Hermitage Valley, just 3 km from the historical town of Swellendam. It boasts panoramic views of the Langeberg Mountains and Marloth Nature Reserve is 1 km away. Each country-style room features a private patio with a separate entrance. It includes a lounge and a fully equipped kitchenette and dining table. Some of the private bathrooms have a shower and some have a bath. Barbecue facilities are available for guests to make use of during their stay. A number of restaurants serving a range of local and international cuisines can be found within 2 km from Arumvale. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool or take a stroll in the in the manicured lush gardens that flow into the surrounding farmlands. Free Wi-Fi is available. The Cape Town International Airport is 203 km from the property.

Rooms

Mon 23/3
-
Tue 24/3

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • River view
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Tile/marble floor

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Heating
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Private apartment in building
  • Private entrance
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Accessible parking

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets
  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Horse riding
  • Hiking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • DVD player

Pool

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Saltwater pool

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Tumble dryer

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Mosquito net
  • First-aid kit

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • Bottle of water

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Books, DVDs, music for children

Workspace

  • Desk

Dining

  • Dining table

Reviews

8,7
Very Good922 verified ratings
Pros +
  • The cottage was a perfect getaway. (in 4 reviews)
  • Spectacular views and very comfortable room (in 46 reviews)
  • The best get away weekend in a long time - WAS ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL! (in 3 reviews)
Cons -
  • Kitchen a bit cramped. (in 4 reviews)
  • "We have fallen deeply in love with the area, too" (in 2 reviews)
  • "Also, we were given fresh eggs from their chickens." (in 1 review)

Arumvale Country Retreat room booking info

Value for money

9,2

Location rating

9,3

Distance to city centre

1,8 km

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does Arumvale Country Retreat compare to other 3-star hotels in Swellendam?

    In Swellendam, 3-star hotels have average nightly rates of R1 522. Arumvale Country Retreat is R202 cheaper than the city average at just R1 320/night.

  • Is Arumvale Country Retreat pet-friendly?

    Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at Arumvale Country Retreat.

  • Are there food options at Arumvale Country Retreat?

    Guests staying at Arumvale Country Retreat are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Arumvale Country Retreat have a pool?

    Yes, Arumvale Country Retreat has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • What is the phone number for Arumvale Country Retreat?

    Is Arumvale Country Retreat pet-friendly?

  • Does Arumvale Country Retreat have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Arumvale Country Retreat has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Arumvale Country Retreat?

    The required check-out time is 11:00. Please plan accordingly before your departure to avoid any penalties or fees.

  • How much is a room at Arumvale Country Retreat?

    The cheapest deals found start from only R1 322 per night. The average rate for rooms at Arumvale Country Retreat is currently around R1 668/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

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    As of March 2026, there are 136 operators available to choose from for hotels in Swellendam.

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